Physical Therapy Aide Job in Phoenix 85051, Arizona US
Outpatient Orthopedics office seeking a part time aide.
Metrocenter Mall area
Hours MWF 9:30-6:30. T/TH hours possible but sporadic No W/E.
24-30 hrs per week
Responsibilities:
Assist Licensed Therapists in providing treatment according to established treatment plans. Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of clinic.
Position requires strong communication skills with an ability to maintain friendly and professional relationships with patients and staff.
Essential responsibilities:
Assist patients with exercise programs, apply electrical stimulation and ice/heat to assigned treatment areas. Maintain treatment rooms and supplies.
Required Qualifications:
HS Diploma or GED
Experience with exercise equipment and working knowledge of proper form and protocol
High attention to detail
Abillity to work with a wide variety of clientele
Ability to multi-task in an exercise environment
Ability to lift 45# and stand for long periods of time
Job Purpose:
Supports physical therapy care delivery by preparing treatment area, patient, equipment and materials; performing procedures, under the supervision of a physical therapist.
Duties:
* Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
* Prepares patients for physical therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing and/or assisting patient into physical therapy apparel or apertures.
* Helps treat patients by applying heat packs; helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
* Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
* Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
* Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
* Provides equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patient on equipment.
* Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.